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Ignite Your Practice. Transform the World.

The premier yoga and social justice training school. Rooted in tradition, driven by equity, designed for changemakers.

The Ignite Impact 

10,000+ students trained • 15+ years of experience • Global faculty • 3X Award Winning

Our Signature Programs

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YTT 200 Online:
Foundations

Couple Meditating

Trauma-Informed Yoga & Social Justice Certification

Yoga Pose on Sand

YTT 300 Online:
Advanced

Practicing Yoga

Yoga Therapy Certification
Coming Soon!

Why Train with Ignite Institute?

Founded by Susanna Barkataki, PhD scholar in Yoga Psychology, author of Embrace Yoga’s Roots & Ignite Your Yoga, Ignite bridges authentic yoga traditions and modern social change practices. Thousands of students, 3 awards in Thought Leadership, we’re recognized worldwide as the premier institution to confidently lead with yoga's roots - with unity in diversity.

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"I highly recommend Susanna's teachings as a way to educate and build awareness of cultural erasure and cultural appropriation of yoga in the West."

Anusha Wijeyakumar, Founder WOC and Wellness

Keep Learning With Us

Not ready for a full certification? Explore our online courses:

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Embrace Yoga’s Roots
Online Course

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Yoga Class Curator
Membership

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Teach Yoga to Millions
Online Course

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Read the Books That Started a Movement

Embrace Yoga’s Roots is shaping the global conversation on yoga, cultural appropriation, and equity.

Ignite Your Yoga is a guide for practitioners and teachers who want to deepen their practice beyond the mat.

Free Resources to Support Your Yoga Journey

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ChangeMaker Magazine

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Alternatives to Namaste Guide

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Yoke Yoga App

Ready to lead?

Join the Movement​​

Connect with yoga lovers worldwide who are decolonizing their practice, embodying authentic teachings, and get tools to lead with integrity.

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